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How much do electrical transient jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for electrical transient in the United States is $29.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.96 and $32.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Electrical Transient Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Electrical Transient Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering principles, circuit analysis, and power systems, usually supported by a degree in electrical engineering or a related field. Proficiency with simulation tools such as PSCAD, EMTP, or MATLAB/Simulink and familiarity with industry standards are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective problem-solving and communication skills help you excel in diagnosing and mitigating transient phenomena. These skills are critical to ensuring the reliability, safety, and efficiency of electrical systems exposed to transient events.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working in electrical transient analysis, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in electrical transient analysis often encounter challenges such as accurately modeling complex power systems, interpreting large datasets, and identifying the root causes of transient disturbances. To address these, it's important to stay updated on the latest simulation software, maintain clear documentation, and collaborate closely with system operators and other engineers. Teamwork and continuous learning are essential, as solutions often require both technical expertise and effective communication across departments.

What are Electrical Transient Engineers?

Electrical Transient Engineers are professionals who specialize in analyzing and managing sudden changes or disturbances in electrical systems, known as transients. These disturbances can be caused by events such as lightning strikes, switching operations, or faults, and can lead to equipment damage or system instability. Electrical Transient Engineers use advanced software tools and technical knowledge to model, simulate, and mitigate the effects of these transients, ensuring the safety and reliability of power systems. Their work is essential in industries like power generation, transmission, and large-scale industrial operations.

What is the difference between Electrical Transient vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectElectrical TransientElectrical Engineer
CertificationsTypically none; focus on understanding transient phenomenaProfessional Engineer (PE), BSEE or higher
Work EnvironmentTesting labs, power systems, research settingsDesign offices, project sites, consulting firms
Job FocusAnalyzing and managing short-term electrical phenomenaDesigning, developing, and overseeing electrical systems

Electrical Transients are specialized phenomena studied within electrical engineering. While electrical engineers design and manage electrical systems, electrical transient specialists focus on analyzing and mitigating short-term electrical disturbances. Both roles require a solid understanding of electrical principles, but their daily tasks and certifications differ significantly.

Infographic showing various Electrical Transient job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $61,149 per year, or $29.4 per hour.
Electrical Design Engineer

Electrical Design Engineer

Spectra Tech, Inc.

Greenville, SC

Other

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Electrical Principal Design Engineer
Job Description
Provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge and leadership as described below. This position has oversight of a specific project area and acts as a representative of the engineering discipline ensuring technical accuracy in project execution in all phases. This is a lead position on assigned projects performing engineering assignments of advanced complexity.

Under general supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer, serve as a Supervising Lead providing
guidance / supervision to other engineers and designers
Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding technical solutions to problems of advanced
complexity in accordance with project requirements
Develop and review specifications and design criteria
Perform and check engineering analyses and calculations; specify materials, equipment and systems;
and solve technical problems of advanced complexity
Coordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors, and clients
Execute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and procedures
Execute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost, and schedule baselines Develop
and review estimates, schedules, and progress reports including effort-
hour estimating and staff forecasting
Establish, control, and report on material key quantities; provide analysis and forecasts Provide
technical support to activities associated with equipment and material procurement and
subcontracting including scopes of work, technical bid evaluations, and review of vendor submittals
Provide technical support to activities associated with construction administration including
response to construction requests-for-information and field changes
Other duties as assigned

Basic Job Requirements
U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical (Power) Engineering and minimum fifteen (15) years of work-related experience
Working knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standards
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards
Ability to perform work in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner Intermediate computer and software skills to include proficiency in the use of word
processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
Significant experience providing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services on large industrial projects
Proficiency executing large EPC projects utilizing engineering analysis, 3D modeling and 2D Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) automation tools in a multi-discipline
environment

Discipline Specific Job Requirements
Interpret and apply national, state, and local codes and standards, and customer design requirements for the preparation of electrical design / construction documents, specifications, and system descriptions related to assigned tasks through project startup Prepare and modify electrical design drawings (e.g., single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagram layouts, raceway, lighting, and grounding)
Perform complex system studies (e.g., short circuit, load flow, stability, motor starting, harmonics, relay coordination and ground grid)
Develop complex area classifications and design documents Develop complex electrical design documents
Perform electrical calculations such as short circuit, relay coordination, voltage drop, cable de-rating, and cable pulling tension
Prepare motor schematics and wiring diagrams
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer license
Experience with design of systems, structures, and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) NQA-1 Advanced knowledge of commercial availability and cost of materials
Demonstrated experience managing and leading large projects
Proficiency with project set-up, development of control-level schedules, progress reporting and project close-out
Practical field experience
EPC project experience for the following industries:
U.S Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government Agency Nuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance program Manufacturing, pharmaceutical or biotechnology
Advanced knowledge of: Electrical codes and standards Electrical power systems
Electrical power systems software (e.g., SmartPlant Electrical (SPEL), Electrical Transient and Analysis Program (ETAP)

Electrical Senior Design Engineer
Job Description
Provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge and leadership as described below. This position has oversight of a specific area and acts as a representative of the engineering discipline ensuring technical accuracy in project execution in all phases. This is a lead position on assigned projects performing engineering assignments of advanced complexity.
Under general supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer, serve as an Area Lead providing guidance / supervision to other engineers and designers
Analyze and make independent recommendations regarding technical solutions to problems of advanced complexity in accordance with project requirements
Develop and review specifications and design criteria
Perform and check engineering analyses and calculations; specify materials, equipment and systems; and solve technical problems of advanced complexity
Coordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors, and clients
Execute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and procedures
Execute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost, and schedule baselines Develop and review estimates, schedules, and progress reports including effort-
hour estimating and staff forecasting
Establish, control, and report on material key quantities; provide analysis and forecasts Provide technical support to activities associated with equipment and material procurement and subcontracting including scopes of work, technical bid evaluations, and review of vendor submittals
Provide technical support to activities associated with construction administration including response to construction requests-for-information and field changes
Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical (Power) Engineering and minimum ten (10) years of work-related experience
Working knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standards
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job Advanced knowledge of discipline codes and standards
Ability to perform work in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner Intermediate computer and software skills to include proficiency in the use of word
processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
Significant experience providing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services on large industrial projects
Proficiency executing large EPC projects utilizing engineering analysis, 3D modeling and 2D Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) automation tools in a multi-discipline environment
Discipline Specific Job Requirements
Interpret and apply national, state, and local codes and standards, and customer design requirements for the preparation of electrical design / construction documents, specifications, and system descriptions related to assigned tasks through project startup Prepare and modify electrical design drawings (e.g., single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagram layouts, raceway, lighting, and grounding)
Perform complex system studies (e.g., short circuit, load flow, stability, motor starting, harmonics, relay coordination, and ground grid)
Develop area classifications and design documents Develop electrical design documents
Perform electrical calculations such as short circuit, relay coordination, voltage drop, cable de-rating and cable pulling tension
Prepare motor schematics and wiring diagrams
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer license
Experience with design of systems, structures and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) NQA-1
Advanced knowledge of commercial availability and cost of materials Demonstrated experience managing and leading large projects
Proficiency with project set-up, development of control-level schedules, progress reporting and project close-out
Practical field experience
EPC project experience for the following industries:
U.S Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government Agency Nuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance program Manufacturing, pharmaceutical or biotechnology
Proficiency with Intergraph Smart3D (S3D)
Proficiency with Visual Professional lighting design software Advanced knowledge of: Electrical codes and standards Electrical power systems
Electrical power systems software (e.g., SmartPlant Electrical (SPEL), Electrical Transient and Analysis Program (ETAP), etc.)
Electrical Design Engineer
Job Description
Provide essential technical knowledge and perform engineering work as described below. This position serves as a staff engineer performing engineering assignment of intermediate complexity.
Under direct supervision of the Discipline Lead Engineer or Area Lead Engineer, analyze and make independent recommendations regarding technical solutions to problems of intermediate complexity in accordance with project requirements
Develop and review specifications and design criteria
Perform and check engineering analyses and calculations; specify materials, equipment and systems; and solve technical problems of intermediate complexity
Coordinate technical issues with other disciplines, project management, vendors and clients Execute work in compliance with Project Quality Plan and procedures
Execute work in accordance with the approved project scope, cost, and schedule baselines Establish, control, and report on material key quantities; provide analysis and forecasts Provide technical support to activities associated with equipment and material procurement and subcontracting including scopes of work, technical bid evaluations, and review of vendor submittals

Provide technical support to activities associated with construction administration including response to construction requests-for-information and field changes
Other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements
U.S. Citizenship required
Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical (Power) Engineering and minimum five (5) years of work-related experience
Working knowledge of applicable federal (including Department of Energy orders), state, and local codes and standards
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to project management, coworkers, clients, vendors, and subcontractors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job Intermediate knowledge of discipline codes and standards
Ability to perform work in compliance with applicable local, state, and federal codes, statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner Intermediate computer and software skills to include proficiency in the use of word processing, e-mail, spreadsheet and electronic presentation programs
Experience providing Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) services on commercial or industrial projects
Proficiency executing EPC projects utilizing engineering analysis, 3D modeling and 2D Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CADD) automation tools in a multi-
discipline environment
Discipline Specific Job Requirements
Create and modify electrical design drawings (e.g., single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagram layouts, raceway, lighting, and grounding)
Perform complex system studies (e.g., short circuit, load flow, stability, motor starting, harmonics, relay coordination and ground grid)
Develop area classifications and design documents Develop electrical design documents
Perform electrical calculations such as short circuit, relay coordination, voltage drop, cable de-rating, and cable pulling tension
Prepare motor schematics and wiring diagrams
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer license
Experience with design of systems, structures and components for nuclear facilities under the requirements of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) NQA-1
Practical field experience EPC project experience for the following industries:
U.S Department of Energy or other U.S. Federal Government Agency Nuclear facilities under a nuclear quality assurance program Manufacturing, pharmaceutical or biotechnology
Proficiency with Intergraph Smart3D (S3D)
Proficiency with Visual Professional lighting design software
Advanced knowledge of electrical power systems software (e.g., SmartPlant Electrical (SPEL),
Electrical Transient and Analysis Program (ETAP), etc.)
Intermediate knowledge of power systems

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